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CBK Warns Kenyans Against Defacing Notes in Money Bouquets

Patricia Waigwa February 3, 2026

The Central Bank of Kenya has warned the public against using banknotes for decorative displays. Consequently, money bouquets now attract legal scrutiny. In a notice dated February 2, 2026, CBK condemned folding, pinning, or gluing notes. Officials classified these acts as currency mutilation.

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Thika Road and Outering Paralyzed as Matatu Strike Hits Nairobi

Patricia Waigwa February 2, 2026

Chaos engulfed Nairobi on Monday morning after some matatu operators ignored calls to suspend a planned strike.  Consequently, traffic along Thika Road and Outering Road came to a complete standstill. Kariobangi Roundabout Blockade Forward Travellers matatu operators reportedly parked vehicles across Kariobangi Roundabout. As a result, Outering Road became impassable. The

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Armed and Intoxicated: Concern Grows Over Police Pub Culture in Kenya

Patricia Waigwa February 2, 2026

Police officers in Kenya often relax in pubs after demanding shifts. However, uniformed drinking increasingly triggers safety risks and disciplinary trouble. Although socializing helps officers unwind, armed intoxication creates unpredictable public situations. Consequently, authorities warn that such behavior damages professional credibility. Rising Cases of Disciplinary

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Kenyan Schools Deploy Police Sniffer Dogs to Fight Drug Abuse

Patricia Waigwa February 2, 2026

Several Kenyan high schools now use police sniffer dogs to stop illegal substances entering campuses. Consequently, administrators report improved discipline and safer learning environments. This strategy follows repeated unrest and arson incidents linked to student drug abuse. Therefore, schools increasingly partner with security agencies for preventive inspections. Why

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The “Brick in the Bag” Soya Scam Exposes Traders to Heavy Losses

Patricia Waigwa February 1, 2026

Weight-Inflation Fraud Shakes Agricultural Trade Local traders are reporting major losses after discovering bricks hidden inside sacks of soya beans. The fraud artificially inflates weight and undermines trust within the agricultural supply chain. As a result, many honest merchants now face financial and reputational risks. The scheme remains simple but highly effective

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CCTV Captures All-Female Shoplifting Gang Targeting Eastleigh Store

Patricia Waigwa February 1, 2026

Eastleigh Businesses on High Alert After CCTV Footage Emerges EASTLEIGH, NAIROBI – Eastleigh business owners remain alarmed after CCTV footage exposed a coordinated shoplifting operation in January 2026. The widely shared video shows an all-female gang executing a calculated theft inside a busy retail outlet. As a result, traders across the commercial hub have increased

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Nairobi’s Fake Beggars: How “Disability” Cartels Exploit Your Kindness

Patricia Waigwa January 31, 2026

In Nairobi, organized “disability” cartels turn city streets into stages for coordinated fraud. These syndicates exploit public compassion through deceptive begging schemes. Consequently, these actions harm the welfare of genuine persons with disabilities (PWDs). Public outrage recently peaked in Pangani after residents exposed a young boy faking a severe

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Inside Irua: How Kikuyu Boys Cross the Sacred Line Into Manhood

Patricia Waigwa January 30, 2026

In Central Kenya, the transition from boyhood to manhood among the Kikuyu people occurs through a sacred rite known as Irua. Rather than serving as a simple medical procedure, the ceremony represents a profound cultural milestone. It marks the beginning of responsibility, discipline, and social identity within the community. As a result, Irua establishes a […]

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Luthuli Avenue Scam Highlights Nairobi’s “Golden Deal” Trap

Patricia Waigwa January 29, 2026

Nairobi’s Luthuli Avenue remains a popular electronics shopping destination.However, it also hosts persistent scam operations.On January 28, 2026, an unsuspecting buyer fell victim to a classic fraud.The incident revived long-standing warnings about “too good” deals.Consequently, the case sparked renewed public concern about street scams. How Scammers Lure Unsuspecting

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‘Bedroom Crisis’ in Narok West: Women Protest Chang’aa & Kumi Kumi

Alfonce Mutuku January 29, 2026

NAROK WEST, Kenya — January, 2026, hundreds of women marched in Talek and Naroosura. They protested against rising alcoholism. Many say it is destroying families and leaving them “widowed in marriage. The ‘Bedroom Crisis’ The protesters said their husbands’ addiction to illegal brews like chang’aa and kumi kumi leaves them unable to perform marital duties. […]